Head MS Football Coach

Sylvania; Soap Lake (WA); On-site; USD 11,160 - 33,480; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance benefits for eligible positions

Participation in retirement systems

Sick leave accumulation

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Middle School Football Coach for the Soap Lake School District. This position is essential for developing student-athletes while teaching fundamental skills and promoting a positive environment. The Coach is responsible for leading practices, supervising games, and ensuring safety and sportsmanship.

Ideal candidates have a background in coaching or football, strong leadership and communication skills, and a passion for motivating middle school students.

This role offers a seasonal stipend position based on 120 hours of work.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching or playing football, especially with middle school students.
• Exceptional leadership and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Skill in motivating middle school athletes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the middle school football program.
• Plan and lead practices focused on skill development.
• Communicate with parents and the school staff.
• Ensure safety during practices and games.

Skills

Coaching or football experience

Strong leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to motivate students

Job description

Head Middle School Football Coach

Job Title: Middle School Football Coach

Location: Soap Lake School District

Reports To: Athletic Director / Middle School Principal

Employment Type: Seasonal / Stipend Position based on 120 hours

Job Summary

The Middle School Football Coach is responsible for developing and managing the middle school football program at Soap Lake. The coach will focus on teaching fundamental skills, fostering teamwork, promoting sportsmanship, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for student‑athletes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead practices focused on skill development, teamwork, and conditioning.
• Supervise players during practices, games, and team activities.
• Teach the rules and fundamentals of football in a positive and age‑appropriate way.
• Promote academic success and ensure student‑athlete eligibility.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and the athletic department.
• Ensure safety through proper instruction and use of equipment.
• Attend all district parent meetings, pre‑season, awards ceremonies.
• Model and promote good sportsmanship and respectful behavior.
• Follow all Soap Lake School District, league, and WIAA policies.

Qualifications

• Coaching or football experience preferred, especially with middle school age groups.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and relate to middle school students.
• Must meet district and WIAA coaching requirements (including First Aid/CPR, concussion training, and background check).

This position is not benefit eligible unless 630 hours is anticipated/reached in the school year.

SEBB Insurance Program Benefits for eligible positions (630 hours) include:

• Fully and self‑insured medical plans with prescription drug benefits
• Health savings accounts (HSA) for high deductible medical plan
• Dental Plans
• Vision Plans
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance – Employer Paid and Supplemental Options
• Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance – Employer Paid and Supplemental Options
• Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) Option
• Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) Option

Other Benefits

• Participation in Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)
• Optional participation in 403(b)
• One hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked